Assistant Research Technologist

SickKids; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SickKids is seeking an Assistant Research Technologist for a temporary 4-month contract. The role involves performing essential laboratory procedures and requires post-secondary education in Science. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to equity and diversity in their work.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Registered Technologist preferred.
• Competent in lab procedures and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine physical, chemical, and biological lab procedures.
• Prepare media, solutions, reagents, sections, and slides.
• Resolve routine problems using established policies.

Skills

Communication

Technical Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Science

Job description

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Position Description

Reporting to the Principal Investigator and/or Lab Manager, the Assistant Research Technologist is responsible for applying straightforward technical knowledge and skills to perform well-defined, routine, and/or repetitive tests, experiments, or procedures.

Here's What You'll Get To Do

• Perform routine physical, chemical, and biological lab procedures
• Prepare media, solutions, reagents, sections, and slides, and do routine assays following prescribed methods
• Be responsible for the accuracy of techniques, using established policies and procedures to resolve routine problems

Here's What You'll Need

• Post-secondary education in Science (e.g., certification as a Registered Technologist)
• Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communication
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives

Employment Type : Temporary 4-month contract, 1.0 FTE

Our Commitment to Diversity

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

How to Apply

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